Strength training is an essential component of any skier’s fitness regimen and one of our key interventions we prescribe in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics. Skiing demands high levels of muscular strength, endurance, and balance, particularly in the lower body. Strengthening the core and leg muscles helps skiers maintain proper form,...
Hamstring pain during cycling is a common symptom we frequently encounter and treat at our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy Clinics. Many cyclists associate this discomfort with a proximal hamstring problem due to pain felt near the sit bone while on the saddle. In our clinics, we’ve observed a correlation between this pain...
One of the top reasons participants start an exercise program is weight loss. This goal is achievable with exercise but is much harder to accomplish compared to improved mobility, strength, or balance. The difficulty of losing weight with exercise is also one of the leading reasons people quit their exercise programs after an initial 4-6...
Check out the practice’s recently revamped webpage on its small group fitness classes to learn how they can contribute to your personalized health and wellness. BOULDER, Colorado, September 09, 2024 – Mend Colorado, a leading physical therapy practice with offices in Boulder and Lafayette, is excited to unveil the updated webpage on its science-backed group...
Endometriosis is a challenging and often debilitating condition where endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus, leading to severe pelvic pain and discomfort. People suffering from endometriosis often face not just physical pain but also emotional and psychological stress. While traditional treatments focus on hormonal therapies and surgery, a growing body of research suggests that physical...
Most psychology 101 courses cover the interesting question of nature vs. nurture. In short, how many of our current traits and abilities were we born with vs. influenced by the environment we were raised in by our families. This question is extremely difficult to answer with 100% certainty especially in the world of health and...
Low back pain is the most common condition seen by primary care physicians and Physical Therapists. Although prevalent, low back pain can be a challenge to treat due to the different presentations of patients with this condition. In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics we accurately identify the presentation type with a...
In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics we utilize the latest research findings to help patients achieve their goals. Over the last few years we have successfully utilized the findings on utilization of weight training to improve bone density among at risk groups such as patients diagnosed with osteopenia, osteoporosis, as well...
Aerobic exercise should be the foundation of your weekly exercise program performed most days of the week. Significant mental, emotional, and physical health benefits are found with consistent aerobic exercise each week. In recent years more academic research has focused on high intensity interval training. Essentially alternating between high and moderate intensity bouts of aerobic...
Low back pain is one of the most common conditions we see in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics. Our experts utilize manual therapy including spinal manipulation, dry needling, and high level exercise to help patients return to 100%. Tests are performed to see which specific muscles in the core are strong...